Freddie Mercury
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Legacy and Posthumous Recognition

This timeline looks at the legacy of Freddie Mercury and the continued recognition of his contributions to music after his death.
Death
November 24, 1991
Freddie Mercury died of bronchopneumonia, a complication of AIDS, at the age of 45.
Tribute Concert
1992
The Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert was held at Wembley Stadium, featuring a variety of artists paying tribute to his legacy.
Ivor Novello Award
2005
Queen received the Ivor Novello Award for Outstanding Song Collection from the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers, and Authors.